Ruger Caulking Gun - Manual (Page 8)

WARNING–ALTERATIONS
This product was designed to
function properly in its original
condition. Alterations can make it
unsafe. Do not alter any part or add
or substitute parts or accessories
not made by Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.
DO NOT ALTER ANY GUN
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FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS–
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND
CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.
GENERAL INFORMATION
AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The RUGER ®
NO. 1 is an under-lever, falling-block, single-shot rifle.
Although it follows in some characteristics the Farquharson design, in
mechanical details it embodies features never previously found in rifles of this
type.
The No. 1 receiver forms a rigid connection between the barrel and butt stock.
The butt stock is mortised into the receiver, and a longitudinal bolt passes
through the stock and binds the stock and receiver together. A heavy steel
extension from the receiver is used for forearm attachment. The concealed
hammer is retracted upon the first opening motion of the lever and can never
strike the firing pin unless the breech block is fully elevated into firing position.
The swinging transfer block functions to virtually lock the firing pin in its
WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE
FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:
Locking Devices 5 Trigger Adjustment 14
Alterations 8 Unloading 15
Manual Safety 11 Malfunctions 17
Ammunition 11 Disassembly 18
Lead Exposure 12 Lubrication 22
Loading 12 Storage 23
Handling 13 Shipping 26
Firing 14 Parts Purchasers 27
OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR
THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.